Remote Clinical Trials Manager

Merck; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in Rahway, USA is seeking a Clinical Research Manager to lead end-to-end project management for assigned protocols in compliance with ICH-GCP, country regulations, and internal policies. This remote-position role may span multiple countries within a cluster and requires strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities include acting as primary POC for protocols, driving study deliverables, ensuring quality, coordinating with CRA teams, and managing local risk and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in clinical research.
• Bachelor’s degree in science (or comparable).
• Advanced degree (Master, MD, or PhD) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Main POC for assigned protocols and links between Country Operations and clinical trial team.
• Drive and track execution of deliverables to meet country commitments.
• Ensure compliance with ICH/GCP and country regulations, and internal policies.
• Review Monitoring Visit Reports and escalate performance issues.
• Perform quality control visits as required.
• Lead local study teams and coordinate activities across local country roles.
• Create and execute local risk management plan for assigned studies.
• Ensure compliance with CTMS, eTMF, and other systems.
• Collaborate with outsourcing vendors, investigators, and external partners.
• Sign contracts and manage budgets where delegated.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Regulatory understanding

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Merck in Rahway, USA is seeking a Clinical Research Manager to lead end-to-end project management for assigned protocols in compliance with ICH-GCP, country regulations, and internal policies. This remote-position role may span multiple countries within a cluster and requires strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities include acting as primary POC for protocols, driving study deliverables, ensuring quality, coordinating with CRA teams, and managing local risk and